The Clarets looked set to end their poor run thanks to a Jay Rodriguez strike and a Nyron Nosworthy own goal.

But they were hit by a three-goal blitz in 21 minutes. Nosworthy found the right net before substitute Alex Kacaniklic and Deeney completed the fightback. Watford manager Sean Dyche said: “Burnley were the better side in the first-half. But we found that belief, even after their second goal. The way we came back was absolutely fantastic.”

Burnley manager Eddie Howe said: “At 2-0 the match was over but once we conceded we were rocked and looked unsure of ourselves. It really is a tough one to take.”